Locum to Perm - Physician - OB/GYN Des Moines, IA
Job at a glance
Job description
Locum OB/GYN Hospitalist – $232/hr; $348/hr OT | Des Moines, IA
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Anticipated Start Date: January 1, 2026
Schedule: 6.5 on-call shifts/month | 24-hour call (7:00 AM – 7:00 AM)
Position Overview
A leading health system in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Board-Certified or truly Board-Eligible OB/GYN Hospitalist for a locum to perm opportunity. This inpatient-only role focuses on providing high-quality obstetric and emergency gynecologic care in an on-call model, not continuous in-house presence.
Clinical Setting & Responsibilities
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Setting: OB Emergency Department (OBED) & hospital-based obstetric care
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Duties Include:
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Managing OBED patients, including those without designated OB providers
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Attending emergent deliveries and performing C-sections as needed
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Supporting Iowa's only dedicated maternity transport team
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Environment:
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8-bed OBED with imaging, lab, and pharmacy onsite
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Annual volume: ~1,389 OBED visits / ~463 deliveries
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EMR: Epic
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No APP supervision required
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No telehealth responsibilities
Schedule & Call
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6.5 call shifts per month
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Each shift: 24-hour on-call coverage (7:00 AM – 7:00 AM)
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Includes weekend and holiday rotations
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Call expectations are managed off-site unless patient needs arise
Candidate Requirements
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Board Certified or Truly Board Eligible in OB/GYN
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Active Iowa medical license or IMLC eligibility (LOQ required at time of submission)
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Confident in independently managing high-acuity obstetric cases
Compensation & Logistics
Pay Rate: $232/hr; $348/hr OT
Travel & Lodging: Covered
Licensing & Certification: Reimbursed
Malpractice Insurance: Provided
About the Health System
This flagship hospital is part of a statewide network with 230+ care locations and over 22,000 professionals. Known for comprehensive women's health services, a leading maternity transport program, and a team-based approach to care, this system is recognized for clinical excellence and community impact.
Apply today to explore this flexible locum to perm opportunity with competitive compensation and long-term potential in central Iowa.